The company's purpose is to trade in securities and currencies for its own account and on behalf of third parties, as well as to provide consulting services in the areas of securities, currencies, and real estate. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies of any kind, assume representations, and enter into any business and conclude any contracts that may be suitable to promote the company's purpose or are directly or indirectly related thereto. It may also enter into loans for its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as guarantee and pledge transactions for affiliated companies and third parties. The company may acquire, lease, rent, encumber, and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, manage, or sell any type of debt or equity securities in Switzerland or abroad.